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Goldflame Honeysuckle

Lonicera X Heckrottii 'Goldflame'

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The Goldflame Honeysuckle, 'Lonicera x heckrottii Goldflame', is a vibrant, twining perennial vine reaching 10-15 feet in height with fragrant pink and yellow blossoms. Its blue-green foliage and prolific, tubular flowers bloom from late spring to fall, attracting hummingbirds and butterflies. Ideal for arbors and trellises, this sun-loving plant thrives in zones 5-9 and prefers well-drained soil. Prune lightly post-blooming to maintain shape and vigor.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 5–8Type VineClimate Temperate

Goldflame Honeysuckle (Lonicera X Heckrottii 'Goldflame') — twining perennial vine reaching 10-15 feet in height with fragrant pink and yellow blossoms

Goldflame Honeysuckle (Lonicera X Heckrottii 'Goldflame') — 'Lonicera x heckrottii Goldflame'

Goldflame Honeysuckle (Lonicera X Heckrottii 'Goldflame') — Its blue-green foliage and prolific

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 5–8

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Vine
Family: Caprifoliaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Goldflame Honeysuckle (Lonicera X Heckrottii 'Goldflame') — twining perennial vine reaching 10-15 feet in height with fragrant pink and yellow blossoms

Goldflame Honeysuckle (Lonicera X Heckrottii 'Goldflame') — 'Lonicera x heckrottii Goldflame'

Goldflame Honeysuckle (Lonicera X Heckrottii 'Goldflame') — Its blue-green foliage and prolific

Photograph: cultivar413 from Fallbrook, California, CC BY 2.0 · source

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